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Upcoming Events

QUT Alumni Reception in London

All alumni are invited to attend a special reception in London on the evening if Friday, 11 February in Queensland House.

The QUT Business School's Executive Dean, Professor Peter Little will update guests on the exciting new developments at QUT and provide an update on the QUT Business School.

Date: Friday 11th February 2011
Time: 6:00pm for 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Venue:

Queensland House
392 Strand
London
WC2R OLT

Cost: No charge
RSVP:

To QUT Alumni by Wednesday 9th February using the RSVP Form
Phone: +61 7 3138 2821
Fax Back: +61 7 3138 1514
Email: alumni@qut.edu.au

The Faculty of Business at QUT was recently rebranded as the QUT Business School. This, with the confirmation of 5 years reaccreditation by both EQUIS and AACSB, provides the School with a strong foundation to build on for the future.  Professor Peter Little invites you to join him for an evening of networking, refreshments and the latest news from the QUT Business School.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet fellow QUT past graduates and fellow Australians living abroad at the QUT Alumni Reception in London.

Meet new friends, reconnect with old friends and develop valuable professional contacts.


Previous events

QUT Alumni Reception in London

QUT Alumni gathered at a reception hosted by Major General (Retd) Peter Arnison AC, CVO, Chancellor of QUT at Queensland House in September 2009.

If you are in the UK (even if for a short time), let the Alumni Office know, so we can keep you updated about QUT's activities there.

Contacts & information for Alumni going to the UK for work

Provided by Alumni for Alumni - QUT takes no responsibility for information provided

Accommodation

If going to London where most of the work is, stay close to work as the travel can be hell in peak hour. There is a great difference between rentals costs based on area so budget probably will dictate. Also be aware the travel routes are generally directed out from the city - the links between suburbs is average at best.

Most expensive areas to live in are the West and South West. They are nice leafy suburbs close to the West End theatre district, but they are a considerable tube ride from the CBD (called 'the city' over here). Stay clear of Brixton, Stockwell and Elephant & Castle. Many Aussies go to Shepherd's Bush or Notting Hill which are quite nice areas with easy access to work via the central line.

Bank Accounts

To get a bank account opened can be quite difficult. You will need to show evidence of employment such as pay slips or a referral letter from a recruitment agency and proof of residence in the form of a bill/lease/statement, take along your passport and bring a reference from your bank in Australia. Alternatively, get a bank account opened before you get here by going to an international bank, in Brisbane.

Transportation

Transport for London website visitors
Transport Information Underground Train (known as 'The Tube')
Online maps and street/location finder, but buy an A-Z map guide when in London so you can find your way around!

Other Usefull Links

Australian High Comission in London

Alumni Contacts

Karen Javes
QUT Alumni Office


Interested in being a contact for Alumni in London? Send your details to the alumni office.